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What is Science Based Fitness?

Your free- source of information, news, and deep dive into the latest science in the world or fitness and health. We dive deep into the literature and debunk a lot of fake claims. Also, providing helpful tips and workouts to improve your health and quality of life. 

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Fad diets and health trends

Why diets fail

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Fad diets and failures

Overview & facts

A fad diet is a trendy, often highly restrictive eating plan promoted as a quick solution for weight loss or health improvement, typically lacking scientific evidence or long-term sustainability.
 
These diets often emphasize specific foods, extreme calorie cuts, or the elimination of entire food groups (e.g., keto, paleo, grapefruit diet, or juice cleanses) while promising rapid results. They may lead to short-term weight loss due to calorie restriction but often fail to provide balanced nutrition, can cause nutrient deficiencies, and are difficult to maintain, leading to weight regain.
 

Carbs make you fat myth

Carbs Make You Gain Weight

Carbohydrates don’t inherently cause weight gain. Excess calories from any source—carbs, fats, or proteins—lead to weight gain. Whole carbs like oats, quinoa, and vegetables provide fiber, nutrients, and sustained energy. The key is portion control and choosing complex carbs over refined ones.

Trying to sell you something

Trendy typically means there's a volumes of services or social media following

Trend diets, or fad diets, are often driven by profit motives, capitalizing on public desire for quick weight loss or health fixes. These diets—think keto, paleo, intermittent fasting, or detox cleanses—generate revenue through various channels. Books, meal plans, supplements, and branded products

Supplement Sales

rapid body transformations

The global weight loss industry, including fad diets, is worth over $250 billion annually, with supplements alone generating billions. Companies exploit emotional triggers, like body image concerns, to sell high-margin products, despite many lacking scientific backing or long-term efficacy.
Fad diets tend to oversimplify complex health needs, rely on anecdotal success stories, and may not address lifestyle factors like exercise or mental health. For sustainable weight management, evidence-based approaches focusing on balanced, whole-food diets and gradual changes are recommended. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any diet.
Diet Trend Myths
Trend diets, or fad diets, are often driven by profit motives, capitalizing on public desire for quick weight loss or health fixes. These diets—think keto, paleo, intermittent fasting, or detox cleanses—generate revenue through various channels. Books, meal plans, supplements, and branded products (e.g., keto snacks, cleanse juices) are heavily marketed, often endorsed by celebrities or influencers on platforms like X, promising rapid results. The global weight loss industry, including fad diets, is worth over $250 billion annually, with supplements alone generating billions. Companies exploit emotional triggers, like body image concerns, to sell high-margin products, despite many lacking scientific backing or long-term efficacy. For example, detox teas or "fat-burning" pills often rely on laxatives or caffeine, offering temporary effects at best. Meanwhile, unsustainable diets lead to weight regain, creating a cycle where consumers repeatedly buy new solutions. Ethical concerns arise when companies prioritize profit over health, promoting restrictive plans that may cause nutrient deficiencies or disordered eating. For sustainable health, evidence-based, balanced diets outperform profit-driven trends. Always consult a dietitian before trying any diet.
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